Distrochooser
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The Distrochooser helps you to find the suitable Linux distribution based on your needs!
  • HaraldvonBlauzahn@feddit.orgOP
    12·
    2 days ago

    You can narrow it down further by looking at the reviews for each suggestion at distrowatch.com - I think these reviews are often spot-on!

    Also, a lot of smaller distributions are derived from a few larger ones. Therefore, they are usually not very different.

    In the end, it is more important to try, after gathering a reasonsble amount of information!

    • mina86@lemmy.wtfEnglish
      52·
      2 days ago

      Why am I using the tool if I then have to read through several reviews anyway?

      Also, a lot of smaller distributions are derived from a few larger ones. Therefore, they are usually not very different.

      Yes, that’s the point. That’s why if a newbie asks, recommend one of the big ones.

      In the end, it is more important to try, after gathering a reasonsble amount of information!

      People who know nothing about Linux need a clear choice. If you’re giving them dozen suggestions, than the tool didn’t help them in any way.

      Also, a lot of smaller distributions are derived from a few larger ones. Therefore, they are usually not very different.